Internship, Collision Technician Trainee (Summer 2025)

What to Expect In the Collision Tech Trainee Intern role, you will be a part of the team that is repairing the most advanced vehicles on the planet. In addition to being a team player, we are looking for a problem solver with good oral and written communication as you may be interacting with customers. As an Intern, you will also learn about electric vehicles and Tesla’s innovative technologies, in accelerating the world’s transition to sustainable energy. If you align with our mission, have a great attitude, are motivated, and willing to learn additional technical skills, we invite you to apply to this role. What You’ll Do - Perform guided entry-level work of Tesla electric vehicles - Operate a variety of hand, power, and shop tools - Perform various collision repair operations that may include detail, paint prep, disassembly, reassembly, estimating, and mechanical operations - Support senior level technicians to repair Tesla electric vehicles - As required maintain inventory, records of time, shop supplies and parts - Support Front and Back of House operations as needed or on a rotational basis What You’ll Bring - Knowledge of collision repair methods and techniques to repair vehicles - Current enrollment in a Collision or Automotive program preferred - Valid driver’s license preferred and must be capable of reporting to local collision repair center - Ability to lift up to 60 pounds - Be able to work in a team-based environment and have a "safety first" attitude - Familiar understanding of the English language and have basic computer skills, including navigating web browsers and using standard applications such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook) Compensation and Benefits Benefits As a full-time Tesla Intern, you will be eligible for: - Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction - Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits - Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans. Both have an option with a $0 payroll contribution - Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Medical Plan with HSA - Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits - Company Paid Basic Life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance - Employee Assistance Program - Sick time after 90 days of employment and Paid Holidays - Back-up childcare and parenting support resources - Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance - Commuter benefits - Employee discounts and perks program Expected Compensation System is not able to retrieve compensation data at this time, please try again later. Tesla is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any factor, including veteran status and disability status, protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process. For quick access to screen reading technology compatible with this site [click here to download a free compatible screen reader]( (free step by step [tutorial can be found here]( Please contact [accommodationrequest@tesla.com](mailto:accommodationrequest@tesla.com) for additional information or to request accommodations. Privacy is a top priority for Tesla. We build it into our products and view it as an essential part of our business. To understand more about the data we collect and process as part of your application, please view our [Tesla Talent Privacy Notice ](

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